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West Oso J H

5202 BEAR LN, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX, 78405

About West Oso J H

West Oso Junior High is located at 5202 Bear Ln, Corpus Christi, TX 78405. The campus serves students in grades 6 through 8 within West Oso Independent School District. About 421 students are enrolled, which keeps the school smaller than many middle-grade campuses in Corpus Christi. The student–teacher ratio is approximately 13:1, which is in line with similar campuses at this level. The student body is about 52% male and 48% female. At West Oso Junior High, about 30% of students scored at or above the proficient level in math, and 37% did so in reading. Students move between core classes and electives with different teachers instead of staying in one classroom all day. Students here usually continue to attend West Oso High School after eighth grade. Homes near the school often sell from the low $100K to the low $200K, depending on the neighborhood and property size. Its structure aligns with what many families often look for when comparing best middle schools in Texas, making it an attractive option for parents seeking quality education for their children.

West Oso J H Contact Information

Address

5202 BEAR LN, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX, 78405

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Phone

(361) 806-5950

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 30%
Reading 37%
State average proficiency is 30% in Math and 37% in Reading.
33
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
421
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 1397 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at West Oso J H

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 1.9%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 87.89%
Black 9.74%
Two+ Races 0.48%
Native Am. 0%
White
1.9%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
87.89%
Black
9.74%
Two+ Races
0.48%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 421
47.98%
202 Female
52.02%
219 Male

Student Population

421 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

421 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

West Oso JH hosted a STAAR testing informational session on March 24, 2026. The event took place in the cafeteria and provided parents and students with testing resources, strategy tips, and dinner ahead of upcoming state assessments. The session was held to support student preparation and family awareness before testing.

FAQ

Q1. How do students build study habits at West Oso Junior High School in Corpus Christi?

Ans. West Oso Junior High School encourages regular note review, assignment completion, and preparation before quizzes and tests.

Q2. What kind of classroom work is common at West Oso Junior High School?

Ans. West Oso Junior High School uses guided practice, short writing tasks, and subject-based activities during lessons.

Q3. How are students expected to participate during class at West Oso Junior High School?

Ans. West Oso Junior High School students respond to prompts, complete tasks, and stay engaged during instruction.

Q4. How does West Oso Junior High School help students who struggle with assignments?

Ans. West Oso Junior High School teachers provide clarification, monitor work, and give extra help during class time.

Q5. How are important school notices communicated at West Oso Junior High School?

Ans. West Oso Junior High School shares announcements, reminders, and schedule updates through parent communication systems.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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